Vertical Wild: The Wilderness Climbing Experience on El Cap

Follow Yosemite Climbing Ranger Eric Lynch and Volunteer Climbing Steward Jane Jackson as they conduct a seven-day Wilderness patrol of El Capitan while also trying to free climb Golden Gate (5.13b VI).

This film,Vertical Wild, highlights the importance of Wilderness climbing experiences and sheds a little light on the history of Wilderness designations in Yosemite Valley. It captures the visceral experience of Wilderness climbing within the context of the United States Forest Service and National Park Service Wilderness Fixed Anchor proposals released in November of 2023, that have dramatically ramped up the conversation about the status of fixed anchors in Wilderness. During this time, the AAC has activated our 26,000+ members and prioritized conversations with partners and legislators to advocate for climbers.

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